August 4, 2005, London – CASIO ELECTRONICS CO. LTD., in conjunction with its parent company CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. announced the release of the latest addition to its lineup of high quality digital cameras with the EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z500. The new 5.0 megapixel EX-Z500 with 3x optical zoom boasts CASIO’s Anti Shake DSP technology, a large high-resolution 2.7 inch TFT colour LCD display, and the longest battery life of the entire CASIO range — up to 500 shots on a single charge. These cutting-edge features are packaged in a sleek new ergonomically shaved body design, further enhancing the sharp and distinctive look of the EXILIM ZOOM series.

CASIO’s EXILIM series of digital cameras epitomize advanced miniaturization culminating in slim, compact bodies, and digital technologies that make them faster, smaller,and more powerful. CASIO’s EXILIM Engine with Anti Shake DSP, large high resolution LCD displays, and super long battery life help position the EXILIM range at the forefront of the digital camera market. The latest EXILIM ZOOM model is a perfect balance of form and function personified by its advanced features and contemporary look.

Built into the slim and beautiful body is the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused either by shaking hands or moving subjects, while the Auto Macro and Quick Shutter functions ensure that photos are properly focused. In addition, the High Sensitivity Mode produces clear shots with a bright background without the flash, even when lighting is dim The extra-large 2.7 inch TFT color display features fine resolution of 153,600 pixels, yet battery life is further lengthened, facilitating an amazing 500 shots per charge. Convenient one-touch DIRECT ON buttons that enable fast start up for quick shots and photo viewing, as well as a practical 31scene BEST SHOT button make the EX-Z500 even more easy to use.

With all the performance and functions users have come to expect from CASIO packaged in a stylish new body, the EX-Z500 provides convenient, longer-lasting portability combined with cutting-edge technology, ensuring beautiful pictures to last a lifetime.

Once powered on, the camera is ready to take pictures in approximately 0.9 seconds1
After the shutter is snapped, picture is taken almost instantaneously with an approximately 0.007 seconds2release time lag
High-speed picture playback of approximately 0.1 seconds interval
Continuous shutter function enables photos to be taken in approximately 0.9 second3 intervals, limited to available space on memory card
The “DIRECT ON” button function allows quick startup in both shooting and playback modes
*1 using internal memory, with internal flash turned off
*2 with internal flash turned off
*3 depending on the type of memory card used

Convenient and Multivariate Functions

Perfect pictures and movies can be taken using one of the 31 different “BEST SHOT” 4settings
The “Quick Shutter” function reduces mistakes by facilitating simple and easy high-speed focusing•The “Auto Macro” mode allows for automatic switching between macro mode and auto focus mode
The “Icon Help” function provides pop-up icon guidance when adjusting camera settings
The “Flash Assist” mode compensates for poorly illuminated areas of the shot
*4 31 BESTSHOT scenes include “Anti Shake”, which reduces blurring caused by both shaking hands and moving subjects, as well as “High Sensitivity”, which enables bright pictures in a dim place even without the flash.
Movie Functions

Movies recorded in VGA (640×480 pixels) size, 30 frames per second (Motion JPEG)
Using the “MOTION PRINT” function, movies can be converted into a series of nine or just one snapshot for printing•Movies can be zoomed in during replay
The “Movie Editing” operation offers three ways (beginning, middle, end) to cut unwanted scenes from a movie

Miscellaneous Features

The USB cradle functions as a charger as well as a simple way to connect the camera to a personal computer and other audiovisual equipment, such as a television or DVD player.
LCD monitor brightness can be adjusted to one of two settings
Includes “Photo Loader” software which facilitates easy transfer of pictures to a PC
Menu display language can be set to Chinese (simplified and traditional), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
Compatible with PictBridge and USB Direct Print for direct connection to printing device•Compatible with ExifPrint(Exif 2.2) as well as PRINT Image Matching Ⅲ

Casio Exilim EX-Z500
Thursday, 4 August 2005 08:05 GMT < Prev Next >

Casio has today announced a new five million-pixel model to add to the Exilim range which overcomes the problem that has blighted digital cameras since they were launched. The Exilim EX-Z500 houses a proprietary SUPER LIFE lithium-ion rechargeable battery that can take up to 500 shots on a single charge (a claim also made by Fuji’s FinePix F10 Zoom). It boasts a huge 2.7-inch LCD (but no viewfinder) as well as Casio’s ubiquitous BESTSHOT modes – a handy 31 of them. The Casio EXILIM Zoom EX-Z500 will be available next month priced £279.99 and comes with a USB cradle for charging the battery, transferring your images or connecting it to a television.

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Five Hundred Sharp Shots on a Single Charge

New EXILIM ZOOM Features Anti Shake DSP and Large 2.7 inch Screen
August 4, 2005, London – CASIO ELECTRONICS CO. LTD., in conjunction with its parent company CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. announced the release of the latest addition to its lineup of high quality digital cameras with the EXILIM ZOOM EX-Z500. The new 5.0 megapixel EX-Z500 with 3x optical zoom boasts CASIO’s Anti Shake DSP technology, a large high-resolution 2.7 inch TFT colour LCD display, and the longest battery life of the entire CASIO range — up to 500 shots on a single charge. These cutting-edge features are packaged in a sleek new ergonomically shaved body design, further enhancing the sharp and distinctive look of the EXILIM ZOOM series.

CASIO’s EXILIM series of digital cameras epitomize advanced miniaturization culminating in slim, compact bodies, and digital technologies that make them faster, smaller,and more powerful. CASIO’s EXILIM Engine with Anti Shake DSP, large high resolution LCD displays, and super long battery life help position the EXILIM range at the forefront of the digital camera market. The latest EXILIM ZOOM model is a perfect balance of form and function personified by its advanced features and contemporary look.

Built into the slim and beautiful body is the Anti Shake DSP, which reduces blurring caused either by shaking hands or moving subjects, while the Auto Macro and Quick Shutter functions ensure that photos are properly focused. In addition, the High Sensitivity Mode produces clear shots with a bright background without the flash, even when lighting is dim The extra-large 2.7 inch TFT color display features fine resolution of 153,600 pixels, yet battery life is further lengthened, facilitating an amazing 500 shots per charge. Convenient one-touch DIRECT ON buttons that enable fast start up for quick shots and photo viewing, as well as a practical 31scene BEST SHOT button make the EX-Z500 even more easy to use.

With all the performance and functions users have come to expect from CASIO packaged in a stylish new body, the EX-Z500 provides convenient, longer-lasting portability combined with cutting-edge technology, ensuring beautiful pictures to last a lifetime.

Once powered on, the camera is ready to take pictures in approximately 0.9 seconds1
After the shutter is snapped, picture is taken almost instantaneously with an approximately 0.007 seconds2release time lag
High-speed picture playback of approximately 0.1 seconds interval
Continuous shutter function enables photos to be taken in approximately 0.9 second3 intervals, limited to available space on memory card
The “DIRECT ON” button function allows quick startup in both shooting and playback modes
*1 using internal memory, with internal flash turned off
*2 with internal flash turned off
*3 depending on the type of memory card used

Convenient and Multivariate Functions

Perfect pictures and movies can be taken using one of the 31 different “BEST SHOT” 4settings
The “Quick Shutter” function reduces mistakes by facilitating simple and easy high-speed focusing•The “Auto Macro” mode allows for automatic switching between macro mode and auto focus mode
The “Icon Help” function provides pop-up icon guidance when adjusting camera settings
The “Flash Assist” mode compensates for poorly illuminated areas of the shot
*4 31 BESTSHOT scenes include “Anti Shake”, which reduces blurring caused by both shaking hands and moving subjects, as well as “High Sensitivity”, which enables bright pictures in a dim place even without the flash.
Movie Functions

Movies recorded in VGA (640×480 pixels) size, 30 frames per second (Motion JPEG)
Using the “MOTION PRINT” function, movies can be converted into a series of nine or just one snapshot for printing•Movies can be zoomed in during replay
The “Movie Editing” operation offers three ways (beginning, middle, end) to cut unwanted scenes from a movie
Miscellaneous Features

The USB cradle functions as a charger as well as a simple way to connect the camera to a personal computer and other audiovisual equipment, such as a television or DVD player.
LCD monitor brightness can be adjusted to one of two settings
Includes “Photo Loader” software which facilitates easy transfer of pictures to a PC
Menu display language can be set to Chinese (simplified and traditional), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish
Compatible with PictBridge and USB Direct Print for direct connection to printing device•Compatible with ExifPrint(Exif 2.2) as well as PRINT Image Matching Ⅲ